pct 50 questions

What is the term for blood in the urine?

Hematuria

What principle is used when an examiner uses touch to determine organ characteristics?

Palpation

What is defined as standards of what is right and wrong?

Code of Ethics

What does 'Advanced Directives' refer to?

A will of the patient regarding his/her own treatment.

Which temperature site provides the highest normal values?

Rectal

Where is the apical pulse found?

Auscultating over the apex of the heart.

What factors determine the appropriate blood pressure cuff size?

Weight of the patient and size of the arm.

What type of reaction is latex sensitivity?

Allergic reaction.

What allows for movement in the body?

Joints.

What is the outer layer of the skin called?

Epidermis.

Where do the highest functions of the brain occur?

Cerebral Cortex.

Where is urine formed in the body?

Kidneys.

What do endocrine glands secrete?

Hormones.

What does the immune system protect the body from?

Disease and infection.

How can a restraining device be checked for proper tightness?

By sliding an open hand between the vest and the person.

What should be followed when applying a restraint?

Manufacturer's instructions.

What is the general term for a surgical suture?

Ligature.

What instrument is typically used to drain an abscess?

Scalpel.

What is treating all human blood as if it were infectious called?

Universal precautions.

If a healthcare worker administers the wrong treatment, what is the next step?

Complete an incident report.

What liquid is used in an autoclave to sterilize instruments?

Distilled water.

What is one of the six C's of charting?

Client's words.

Which personnel are not allowed to start IVs?

Assistive personnel.

If you need to refuse a task, what should you do?

Communicate your concerns to the nurse.

What are ethical standards concerned with?

About right and wrong conduct.

Who is responsible for telling a patient the reason for an x-ray?

The doctor.

What might indicate that you are not listening during a conversation?

Sitting with your arms crossed.

What is an example of a direct question?

'Do you feel better now?'

What term describes restating a patient's request to confirm understanding?

Paraphrasing.

What are physical restraints designed to do?

Confine a person to a bed or chair.

Where should a belt restraint be tied on a bed?

To the movable part of the bed frame.

How often should a patient with restraints be checked?

At least every 15 minutes.

What is necessary for a person positioned in a chair?

Feet must be flat on the floor.

What indicates that a linen change is needed?

Wet linen.

What type of bed should be made for a patient transferring from a stretcher?

A surgical bed.

What is professional negligence also known as?

Malpractice.

What organization sets standards for phlebotomy procedures?

CLSI.

What type of infection transmission involves coughing or sneezing?

Droplet.

What are the receiving chambers of the heart?

Ventricles.

What determines an individual's blood type?

The presence or absence of certain antigens on red blood cells.

Which vein is not considered an antecubital vein?

Femoral.

Which needle gauge has the largest lumen?

18.

What government agency regulates the quality of gloves used in phlebotomy?

FDA.

Which department conducts tests that require a tube with a light blue stopper?

Coagulation.

What is the best way to draw a protime specimen from a patient with IVs in both arms?

Draw the specimen below an IV.

What does PKU stand for?

A hereditary inability to metabolize phenylalanine.

What test requires strict skin antisepsis before collection?

Blood culture.

Which tests may require special chain of custody documentation?

Drug screens.

Which hormone is detected in positive urine pregnancy tests?

HCG.